Joyful Learning Awaits
About Us
At Joyful Zen Academy, we believe that the formative years are critical for a child’s development. We strive to create an environment that nurtures our student’s natural desire to learn. Our Montessori-inspired materials allow your child to explore and develop their cognitive, social, emotional, and physical abilities in a safe and loving environment.
Hello, I'm Charlotte
Founder & Director of Joyful Zen Academy and Joyful Zen Preschool
Welcome to Joyful Zen Academy! I'm Charlotte Acevedo, a passionate early childhood education professional and founder of our micro-school. For over 5 years, I've been working with young children in the areas of learning and play. My inspiration for this educational program came from my own son Zen, and it has been my dream ever since to create an inspiring space where children can learn, grow and have fun.
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Our program is for children ages 5 - 9 ready to enter Kindergarten through 5th grades. Together with our dedicated team of early childhood educators, we provide the best possible learning experience for our students.
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We are excited for the upcoming school year and look forward to meeting all the wonderful children that join us this year! Click to learn more about our program and staff, and how we can help your child to thrive.
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We hope you'll join us at Joyful Zen Academy - where learning is joyful and zenful! Together, we can help your child reach their fullest potential. We look forward to welcoming you and your family into the Joyful Zen Academy community! Please don't hesitate to contact us with any questions. Thank you for considering us.
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Our Philosophy
Through individual activities and projects, students will build their self-confidence, self-discipline, and self-esteem while also mastering social awareness and learning independence. Our curriculum is tailored to each student’s individual needs and centered around questioning, fostering profound abilities in critical thinking and reasoning. We strive to provide an enriching educational experience that encourages ownership over their learning.
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Our teachers are passionate about imparting the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in this ever-changing world. In a structured but playful environment, students will learn the importance of collaboration, communication and creativity while developing core values such as respect for themselves and others. Additionally, we strive to foster initiative, independence, and autonomy in our children through intelligent and stimulating activities.
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If you want to give your child the best start in life, please contact us today for more information, to schedule a tour or to book a 1-day free trial* (subject to class availability) and see what Joyful Zen Academy can do for you. We can't wait to welcome your family into our community of joyous learners.
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*1-day free trial must be booked at least 1 week in advance and is subject to availability. Please contact us for more information.